The relationship between philately and the Olympic Movement is explored. Host countries issue many commemorative stamps to help finance the Games, and participating countries and even non-participating countries commemorate the Games with their own stamps. In this way the ideals of the Olympic movement are conveyed through philately, namely the promotion of understanding among peoples of the world.

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Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Vietnam : 2012 London Olympic Stamps & FDC

Vietnam Post has issued a set
of four stamps commemorating the London 2012 Olympic Games and showcasing four
of the sports in which the country will be competing. Each of the stamps
features a drawing of a different sport: weightlifting (2000d), fencing (3500d),
gymnastics (8500d) and martial arts (12,000d). This summer, Vietnam will be
represented by athletes competing across ten different events including
taekwondo, swimming, athletics and badminton.

Vietnam has competed at the
Olympic Games since 1952 and has so far won thirteen medals, although Vietnam
has yet to achieve Gold at the Games.